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HALLOWEEN MOVIES YOU MUST SEE AGAIN

by Steve Gamel

Halloween is almost here. To get you geared up for the big night, we compiled this list of must-see scary movies that have managed to stand the test of time. Some are the type you’d be OK with having the kids watch while others are cult classics that are definitely on the adult side. Either way, why wait until Halloween when you can grab some popcorn, turn the lights off, and start a chilling movie marathon throughout the month of October?

SCARY MOVIES FOR THE KIDDOS

Edward Scissorhands

A scientist with good intentions creates an animated human being (Edward) but dies before he can finish. This leaves poor Edward with scissors for hands as he tries to live in an average suburban neighborhood. Another mustwatch classic by Tim Burton that is great for the entire family.

Halloweentown

If you’re looking for something light for your small kiddos to watch, Halloweentown is a great choice courtesy of the Disney Channel. The series consists of four films that ran between 1998 and 2006.

SCARY MOVIES FOR ADULTS

Scream (all of them)

“What’s your favorite scary movie?” — Ghostface. Say what you want about Scream, but there’s something about this series of four slasher films that are funny, clever, and scary. The films follow Sidney Prescott and her war against murderers who adopt the guise of Ghostface.

Bram Stoker’s Dracula

Everyone loves a great movie about Count Dracula, and this is perhaps the best one out there. This is a perfect movie to watch on Halloween after the kiddos have finally gone to bed.

Hocus Pocus

This is a funny tale starring the hilarious and odd trio of Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy. A curious youngster moves to Salem, where he struggles to fit in before awakening a trio of diabolical witches that were executed in the 17th century. Just like Beetlejuice, word on the street is there’s a sequel brewing.

Gremlins

Never feed a Gremlin after midnight. If you do, they may just take over your entire town. Kids and adults will definitely get a kick out of this 1980s masterpiece directed by the great Steven Spielberg.

Poltergeist

Another Steven Spielberg flick that became an instant classic. There’s just something about that small, blonde-haired girl that will instantly creep you out for weeks. “This house … is clean.”

Exorcist

Out of all the scary movies you could watch this Halloween, this is one you must fit into your movie marathon. The Exorcist (1973) is one of the most profitable horror movies ever made and is based loosely on actual events.